Cat Breeds Information
There are quite a few cat breeds available around the world, although not as many as are dog breeds available.
Many people purchase or adopt a mix breed cat. These cats make perfectly fine pets and loving companions. On the other side of the coin, many people are into cat showing and breeding and these people often go to great length to find a breeder who can bring them the perfect specimen of a breed according to the national breed outline guide.
Some of the most popular cat breeds worldwide include:
- Abyssinian
- Birman
- Devon Rex
- Ocicat
- Ragdoll
- Siamese
Abyssinian
Graceful, long-bodied cat with large eyes. Loving, gentle and playful natured.
Birman
Softly spoken, great indoor cat. Pale silky coat with white gloves on paws. This cat can grow quite large with males commonly weighing up to 8kg.
Devon Rex
Pixie faced cat with large ears. Low maintenance and low allergenic short coat. Small breed of cat.
Ocicat
Beautiful spotted cat. Friendly temperament. Very intelligent, easily trained. Males weigh up to 6.5kg.
Ragdoll
Affectionate, gentle breed. Sociable and love human company. Great indoor cat.
Siamese
Striking, slim cat with a pointed facial shape. Very talkative and social. Great cat for those who do not spent alot of time away from home.
